On Wednesday, the U.S. Federal Reserve made headlines by cutting its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point. This marks the first rate reduction in over four years and signals the...

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An important landmark for one of the UK's iconic coffee and sandwich chains. In 2023, Pret’s global sales rose to £1.1 billion, up 20% from the previous year, driven by rapid growth in non-UK...

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Which industries contribute the most to Corporation Tax revenue?

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Changing consumer tastes, undoubtedly, but there's also a little insight here into the monopsony power of supermarkets, who, fruit growers claim, are driving down the price they offer for...

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China is at a crossroads. With one of the fastest-aging populations in the world and a pension system on the brink of insolvency, the country faces significant economic and social challenges. In...

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A bit of economic history for you here from William Keegan, who looks back to Black Wednesday, which occurred 32 years ago today. It covers the decision to join and subsequently leave the Exchange...

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Starting October 1, 2025, the UK government will enforce a new ban on junk food advertisements before 9:00 PM on television, along with a complete ban on paid-for online ads for unhealthy foods....

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13th September 2024

Data Starter: Vaccines

Do vaccines reduce infant mortality?

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Here's this week economics news quiz! The quiz has 8 multi-choice questions about news events relating to economics from the previous 7 days. Most of the questions relate to the UK economy but some...

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The UK is facing a daunting economic challenge: the prospect of its national debt potentially tripling to 274% of GDP by the mid-2070s. This stark warning comes from the Office for Budget...

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According to research from accountancy firm PwC, an average of 18 chemists, 16 pubs, and nine banks shut down every week between January and June 2024. This trend is not new; it reflects a broader,...

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In a dramatic series of legal battles, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) and the European Commission have sent a strong message to tech giants like Apple and Google: no one is above the law,...

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Surging value of the 'magnificent seven'

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Aldi has become a standout name in the UK grocery market, known for its affordable pricing and streamlined operations. However, recent shifts in consumer behaviour and economic conditions have...

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Oil markets have been turbulent lately, with U.S. crude prices hitting their lowest levels since June 2023. This decline, driven by a complex web of supply and demand issues, marks the worst week...

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The United Kingdom continues to be one of the most attractive investment destinations for those seeking stability, as demonstrated by a recent auction of government bonds that was more than ten...

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Is it fair on music fans for ticket prices to surge during periods of high demand?

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Ireland’s current fiscal landscape presents a unique dilemma: what to do with an enviable budget surplus amidst robust economic growth? With an €8.6 billion surplus and an economy growing five...

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